Ripe fruit is managed very well here, with cherry and spiced raspberry fruit joined by fall spice and citrus zest, and a blossoming finish that brings the elements together cleanly. This is my salmon pairing wine of the year to date. A Platinum Award winner at the 2016 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.
Lafond Vineyards, Sta. Rita Hills (California) Pinot Noir 2014
By Rich Cook